The Ins and Outs of Acing an Online Degree
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Posted By: Dixie Somers on January 17, 2018 Online colleges have made it easier than ever before to earn a degree, but you still have to make an effort if you really want to ace your online degree. Many of the tips and strategies that you might find helpful when attending classes at a traditional college will apply to an online university, but taking classes online still presents some unique challenges. Here are just a few tips and strategies to keep in mind if you want to ace your online degree. Always Have a Reliable Computer and an Internet ConnectionThe most important thing to remember when taking college classes online is, well, being online. Make sure that your computer can meet the technical requirements for your classes so that you can participate in discussions and take advantage of all the learning tools that are made available to you. If you can afford it, try to have a backup computer on hand in case your regular computer breaks down. Your backup computer doesn’t have to be super advanced with all the bells and whistles that money can buy; a modest laptop that can do the bare minimum required for your classes will be enough. You should be able to complete most of your school-related tasks with a reliable Wi-Fi connection, but you should consider using a wired broadband connection if you want the best results or when you are taking exams and submitting assignments. Connect with Your InstructorsEven though you are taking classes online from the comfort of your own home, you should still take some time to connect with your instructors. Since you will be doing just about everything online, this will involve exchanging emails or using a messenger service. Your instructors will give you an idea of how you should complete assignments and give you advice whenever you need it, just like they would if you saw them in a physical classroom. The earlier you do this, the better off you will be once the semester is underway, whether you’re getting an online associate’s degree or a bachelor’s. Maintain a ScheduleAs much as you might like being able to attend classes and discussions from your own living room anytime you want, keeping a regular schedule will help keep you on task. Some tasks, projects, and discussions will be time-sensitive anyway, so you will only be able to do those at certain times anyway. Plan the rest of your semester around these elements whenever you can. Stay in a Regular WorkspaceIf you do most of your work from a laptop, you might be tempted to go anywhere you want with it. While the occasional change of scenery is nice, you should do most of your work in a regular workspace. Make sure that whatever you choose as your personal space is quiet, private, and free of distractions. This isn’t always easy—especially if you live with other people or you have children—but it is a crucial step if you want to stay on task and get the best grades possible. Don’t Be Afraid to Ask for HelpVery few people will be able to complete a college degree without at least some help from others. This can come from anyone, whether that is a fellow classmate who likes to have study sessions over your instant messenger service to the instructors teaching your lessons. College is tough, even if you don’t technically attend a classroom. There is no need to make it tougher by going it alone all the time. Earning an online degree may seem easy to some people, but it involves just as much work as attending a “real” college. Keep these tips in mind as you work toward acing your college courses. If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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Dixie Somers
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